Catering Assistant

Hurst Green; Brierley Hill; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 29,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Ongoing training and development

Supportive working environment

Competitive salary and benefits

Job summary

Dudley Council is hiring a Catering Assistant to join the Adult Social Care team at the Tiled House Intermediate Care Facility. The role covers two part-time shifts: 1 x 27 hours and 1 x 27.5 hours per week, with a Grade 2 SCP 4 salary of £26,016 pro rota.

You will help prepare, serve and present meals to residents, ensuring high hygiene and safety standards. Experience in a large catering operation and direct customer service is preferred; a valid Food Hygiene qualification (or willingness to

Qualifications

• Experience serving food within a large catering operation (care home, school, factory or large restaurant).
• Experience working directly with customers face-to-face.
• Valid Food Hygiene qualification or willingness to obtain one.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the preparation and serving of meals and refreshments.
• Follow menus, recipes, guidelines and catering procedures.
• Maintain high standards of food hygiene and cleanliness.
• Operate catering equipment safely and correctly.
• Support the kitchen team with food preparation and general kitchen duties.
• Ensure Health & Safety and Food Hygiene regulations are followed.
• Respond professionally to residents, visitors and colleagues.
• Assist with washing up and cleaning kitchen areas.
• Report concerns to the supervisor.

Skills

Food service

Allergens knowledge

Food preparation

Health & safety

Customer service

Kitchen equipment

Flexibile hours

Education

Food Hygiene certificate

Job description

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1x 27 hours per week, 1x 27.5 hour per week (including alternative weekends and bank holidays)

£26,016 subject to pro-rata

Working Hours:

1x 27 Hour, 1x 27.5 Hour

Location:

Tiled House, 200 Tiled House Lane, Brierley Hill, Pensnett

Closing Date:

02/11/2026

Job Type:

Catering

Sector:

Local Councils

Business Unit:

Adult Social Care

Job Introduction

Catering Assistant

Location:Tiled House Intermediate Care Facility, 200 Tiled House Lane.
Hours: 1 x 27 hr & 1 x 27.5 hr per week
Salary: Grade 2, SCP 4 - £26,016 Pro Rota

About the Role

We are looking for a caring, reliable and enthusiastic Catering Assistant to join our team in providing high-quality food services for our service users. You will play an important role in ensuring meals are prepared, served and presented to a high standard while maintaining excellent hygiene, health and safety practices.

Working within our care home, you will help create a positive dining experience for elderly residents and individuals with additional support needs, contributing to their health, wellbeing and quality of life.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with the preparation and serving of meals and refreshments.
• Follow menus, recipes, guidelines and catering procedures.
• Maintain high standards of food hygiene and cleanliness.
• Operate catering equipment safely and correctly.
• Support the kitchen team with food preparation and general kitchen duties.
• Ensure Health & Safety and Food Hygiene regulations are adhered to at all times.
• Respond professionally and courteously to residents, visitors and colleagues.
• Assist with washing up, cleaning and maintaining kitchen areas.
• Report any concerns or issues to the appropriate supervisor.

What We Are Looking For

Experience

• Experience serving food within a large catering operation, such as a school, care home, factory or large restaurant.
• Experience of working directly with customers and dealing with people face-to-face.

Qualifications and Training

• Valid Food Hygiene qualification, or willingness to undertake training to obtain one.

Skills and Knowledge

• Basic food preparation & cooking skills.
• Knowledge of allergens & special diets.
• Ability to follow instructions, menus, recipes, guidelines and Codes of Practice.
• Ability to use general catering equipment safely and effectively.
• Understanding of Health & Safety and Food Hygiene procedures.

Personal Qualities

• Polite, courteous and friendly towards residents, visitors and colleagues.
• Caring, patient and understanding nature, particularly towards elderly people and those with additional support needs.
• Flexible and adaptable, with the ability to undertake a variety of duties and work different hours when required.
• Willingness to complete further training and development.
• Ability to work under pressure and respond appropriately to customer needs or concerns.
• Able to work independently using own initiative.
• Reliable and committed to following policies and procedures.
• Capable of moderate physical activity, including lifting kitchen equipment and standing for extended periods.

What We Offer

• A supportive and friendly working environment.
• Ongoing training and development opportunities.
• The opportunity to make a real difference to the lives of our residents.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.

If you are passionate about providing excellent customer service and enjoy working in a caring environment, we would love to hear from you.

Workplace Attendance: Onsite full time

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